From The Ground Up Property Inspections is always here to help, and ensure that you are aware of any potential issues with your current home, or a home that you’re interested in purchasing. We are focused on education, and our goal is to provide you with all of the information you need about the property in question, and its overall condition. We welcome our clients to walk through the home with u
s and to ask any questions they may have throughout the inspection process. From The Ground Up Property Inspections has a thorough, multi-point checklist that ensures that no stone is left unturned, and we will explain the overall, general condition of the home and its systems to you and your agent after your inspection is complete. In addition, we will compile a comprehensive Spectora report, delivered online via HTML, or in PDF format, documenting all of our findings, and including images, references and further details. This report will be available for you both in a desktop-friendly format and a mobile format, so that you can stay in-the-loop and check your report even when you’re on the go. Wondering what’s included in a standard home inspection from From The Ground Up Property Inspections? Here is a quick overview of the services included in your home inspection, and the major systems that we analyze and assess throughout the process. Roof:
The roof is one of the most costly and important structures. We will examine the roof, its structure, shingles/tiles, flashing, gutters, downspouts and more. Exterior:
This includes the exterior walkways and doors, siding, eaves and soffits, fascia, paint, and other such elements of the home’s exterior. HVAC:
We will visually inspect the HVAC systems including ducts, filters, furnaces and air conditioning units. Plumbing:
We will visually inspect plumbing fixtures for proper function, including tubs, sinks, hoses, showers, and water shut-off valves, and look for leaks and other such flaws. Electrical Systems:
We will visually inspect both interior and exterior electrical systems including service drops, service masts, grounding, outlets, meters, circuit breakers, and other such systems. Doors, Windows & Interior:
We will check doors and windows for proper sealing and drafts, signs of water damage, and more. Foundations, Basements and Crawl Spaces:
We will examine the foundation, crawlspaces and basements to look for signs of things like past water damage, foundation cracking or shifting, and other issues. Attic, Ventilation & Insulation:
We will examine the attic to ensure it is properly ventilated, check for moisture, assess the level of insulation, and more.
